This owner's manual consists of the following 14 chapters and supplementary information.
Before you read this manual, you should read through the Quick Start manual so you're famil-
iar with the basic operation of the unit.
Chapter 1 An Overview of the JX-305
This chapter explains how the JX-305's sound generator and sequencer are organized, and explains the
basic operation. By reading this chapter, you can gain an overall understanding of the JX-305.
Chapter 2 Playing the Keyboard
This chapter explains the Key Mode function, the pitch bend lever, the pedals, etc., and how to use the
arpeggiator. Be sure to read this chapter.
Chapter 3 Playing Patterns
This chapter explains how to play patterns, and how to use functions such as Real-Time Transpose, Mute,
Part Mixer, and Play Quantize. Be sure to read this chapter.
Chapter 4 One-Touch Phrase Playback (RPS)
This chapter explains the various effect types and how to use them. Read this chapter when you wish to
use effects.
Chapter 5 Creating Original Sounds (Patch Edit)
This chapter explains the parameters that modify the sound. Read this chapter so you better understand
how to use the knobs to control the sound when creating your own sounds.
Chapter 6 Creating an Original Rhythm Set (Rhythm Edit)
This chapter explains the rhythm set parameters. Read this chapter when you wish to create an original
rhythm set.
Chapter 7 Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects)
This chapter explains the various effect types and how to use them. Read this chapter when you wish to
use effects.
Chapter 8 Recording Patterns
This chapter explains how to record patterns. Read this chapter when you wish to record patterns.
Chapter 9 Editing Patterns
This chapter explains how to edit patterns, and how to modify music data after it's been recorded. Read
this chapter as necessary.
Chapter 10 Collecting Frequently Used Patterns in a Set (Pattern Set)
This chapter explains how to use Pattern Sets and how to store patterns in a set. Read this chapter when
you wish to use a pattern set.
Chapter 11 Connecting Patterns in Playback Order to Create a Song
This chapter explains how to play back, record, and edit songs. Be sure to read this chapter if you wish to
use songs.
Chapter 12 Using Memory Cards
Here you can learn how to use memory cards to back up your data, and how to make copies of a card. Be
sure to read this chapter before using memory cards.
Chapter 13 Setting the Operating Environment of the JX-305 (System)
This chapter explains settings that determine the overall configuration for your JX-305, such as its tuning
and synchronization preferences. Read this chapter as necessary.
Chapter 14 Advanced Applications
This chapter explains how the JX-305 can be used with external MIDI equipment, and gives tips for creat-
ing sounds and performing. Read this chapter as necessary.
Supplementary Information
Consult this chapter when the JX-305 does not function as you expect, or if an error message is displayed.
This chapter also contains information such as parameter lists and the MIDI implementation.
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Before using this unit, care-
fully read the sections enti-
tled: “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” and “IMPOR-
TANT NOTES” (Owner’s
Manual p. 2, 3, 9). These
sections provide important
information concerning the
proper operation of the
unit. Additionally, in order
to feel assured that you
have gained a good grasp
of every feature provided
by your new unit, Quick
Start and Owner’s Manual
should be read in its entire-
ty. The manuals should be
saved and kept on hand as
a convenient reference.
Copyright © 1998 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written
permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Easy Operation List
Whole
Modify value by larger steps [SHIFT] + [VALUE] (p. 16)
LCD Contrast [EDIT] -> BANK [8] (p. 168)
Tuning [EDIT] -> BANK [8] -> PAGE [>] (p. 168)
Effects
Effects On/Off (Master) [SHIFT] + [FX ON/OFF] (p. 101)
Select Multi Effects Type [ENVELOPE/LFO1/EFFECTS] + [VALUE]
when the “Effects” indicator is lit (p. 106)
Pattern Play
Move to the last measure [FWD] + [BWD] (p. 31)
Move to the first measure [BWD] + [FWD] (p. 31)
All Mute [SHIFT] + [PART MUTE] (p. 32)
Monitor [PART MUTE] + PART [1]–[R] (p. 32)
Mute Exchange [PART MUTE] + [PART SELECT] (p. 32)
Quickly listen to next pattern [SHIFT] + PAGE [<] [>] during Pattern playback (p. 31)
MIDI Update [SHIFT] + [STOP/PLAY] (p. 40)
Save Patterns [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in PTN page -> Specify destination (p. 36)
Pattern Set
Register Patterns [PTN SET] + BANK, NUMBER button to be registerd (p. 152)
Save Pattern Set [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in PTN SET page -> Specify destination (p. 153)
Song
Save Songs [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in SONG page -> specify destination (p. 157)
Pattern Recording
Real-Time Recording [REC] -> [STOP/PLAY] (p. 125)
Rehearsal [REC] during recording (p. 127)
Real-Time Erase [SHIFT] + [ERASE] during recording
->Data is erased while [REC] is pressed (p. 130)
Microscope [SHIFT] + [M.SCOPE] (p. 146)
Change Event PAGE[>] -> [VALUE] -> [ENTER] (p. 148)
Delete Event NUMBER [2]+[ENTER] (p. 150)
Insert Event NUMBER [3]+[ENTER] (p. 150)
Move Event [SHIFT] + [REC] + [VALUE] (p. 151)
Step Recording1 [SHIFT] + [M.SCOPE] -> [REC] -> [REC] (p. 131)
Tie [BWD] (p. 133)
Rest [FWD] (p. 133)
Back [SHIFT] + [BWD] (p. 133)
Step Recording2 [SHIFT] + [M.SCOPE] -> [REC] -> [STOP/PLAY] (p. 131)
Select Note [SHIFT] + keyboard (p. 134)
Edit for Input Notes key to be edited + [VALUE] (p.136)
Arpeggiator
Select Style [ARP] + [VALUE] (p. 25)
Save Arpeggio Settings [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in arpeggio setting page
->Specify destination (p. 28)
RPS
Register RPS Set Mute all parts except for the part to be registerd
->[RPS] + destination keyboard (p. 49)
Change Setup for RPS part [RPS] + [TEMPO&MEASURE]
-> Select parameter -> Select RPS part using keyboard (p. 50)
Change Patch for RPS part [RPS] + [PATCH] -> Select RPS part using keyboard (p. 51)
Save RPS Sets [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in RPS SET page
-> Specify destination (p. 52)
Play Quantize
Select the Resolution/Template [GRID/SHUFFLE/GROOVE] + [VALUE] (p. 40)
Select the Part for Quantize [SHIFT] + [QTZ SELECT]- > PART [1]–[R] (p. 41)
Part Mixer
Set using [INC] [DEC] Select current part -> [INC] [DEC] (p. 33)
Key Shift in Octave step Select K-Sft -> [SHIFT] + knob (p. 34)
Patch Edit
Confirm Current Settings [SHIFT] + knob (p. 55)
Set Envelope Depth [ENVELOPE/LFO1/EFFECTS] + [VALUE]
when the “ENVELOPE” indicator is lit (p. 59, 64, 88, 92)
Set LFO1 Waveform [ENVELOPE/LFO1/EFFECTS] + [VALUE]
when the “LFO1” indicator is lit (p. 72)
Set Filter Type [FILTER/AMP/PITCH] + [VALUE]
when the “FILTER” indicator is lit (p. 61)
Set Random Pan Switch [FILTER/AMP/PITCH] + [VALUE]
when the “AMP” indicator is lit (p. 67)
Set Coarse Tune [FILTER/AMP/PITCH] + [VALUE]
when the “PITCH” indicator is lit (p. 57)
Save Patches [SHIFT] + [WRITE] in PATCH page -> Specify destination (p. 82)
Turntable
Turntable On/Off [SHIFT]+Modulation lever (p. 47)
Multi Effects Assignment
4-BAND-EQ SPECTRUM ENHANCER OVERDRIVE
CTRL1 High Gain Low-High Gain Sens Drive
CTRL2 Low Gain Middle Gain Mix Level AMP Type
DISTORTION Lo-Fi NOISE RADIO-TUNG
CTRL1 Drive Bit Down Lo-Fi Level Radio-Detune
CTRL2 AMP Type S-Rate Down Noise Level Noise Level
PHONOGRAPH COMPRESSOR LIMITER SLICER
CTRL1 Depth Attack Threshold Timing PTN
CTRL2 D Noise Level Sustain Release Accent PTN
TREMOLO PHASER CHORUS SPACE-D
CTRL1 Depth Depth Depth Depth
CTRL2 Rate Rate Rate Rate
TETRA-CHRS FLANGER ST-FLANGER SHORT-DELY
CTRL1 Depth Depth Depth Time-L
CTRL2 Rate Rate Step Rate Time-R
AUTO-PAN FB-P-SHIFT REVERB GATE-REVRB
CTRL1 Depth Coarse Time Gate Time
CTRL2 Rate Fine Balance Balance
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